Hezbollah Fighter Killed Under Unclear Circumstances
Hezbollah announced that a fighter belonging to the group died while performing his jihadi duty.
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Gaza-Based Militant Group Formally Acknowledges Presence in the West Bank
On Saturday, the Palestinian Mujahideen Movement published a statement saying the group was active in the West Bank.
Social Media: An Important Tool Used By Palestinian Militant Groups
Hamas and other aligned Palestinian militant organizations have taken advantage of social media to spread propaganda to supporters.
Shin Bet: Hamas Attempting to Recruit Palestinians in the West Bank
Israel’s security agency revealed on Wednesday that it thwarted another operation by Hamas in Gaza to recruit Palestinians living in the West Bank.
Islamic State Sympathizer Arrested for Carrying Out Jerusalem Bombings
Israeli authorities announced the arrest of an Islamic State sympathizer involved in the November 23 Jerusalem bombings.
UNIFIL Peacekeepers Come Under Fire in Southern Lebanon, Hezbollah Denies Involvement
UNIFIL convoy in southern Lebanon was attacked by small arms fire, Hezbollah is suspected of being involved.
Analysis: West Bank Violence Trending Upward
After a brief lull in violence during the month of November, West Bank militant groups have increasingly carried out attacks against IDF troops and Israeli settlements in recent weeks.
Bombings Target Jerusalem Area, Palestinian Militant Organizations Laud Attacks
Two bombs exploded near bus stops in the Jerusalem area Wednesday morning. One Israeli-Canadian was killed and two dozen people were injured.
Drone Launched from IRGC Base Targets Liberian-Flagged Oil Tanker
U.S. Central Command alleges that Iran is behind drone attack on commercial shipping vessel in the Gulf of Oman.
Wanted Senior Palestinian Islamic Jihad Member Killed in Jenin During Israeli Military Operation
A joint Israeli military and Israeli Security Agency operation in Jenin on Thursday led to the death of Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander Farouk Salameh.
Analysis: The Lions’ Den and the Future of Militant Activity in the West Bank
In recent days, Israeli operations have targeted key members of the nascent Nablus-based Lions’ Den organization.
Gaza-Based Factions Claim to Have Presence in the West Bank
Two Gaza-based militant organizations have claimed responsibility for attacks in the West Bank over the past several weeks.
Israeli Forces Arrest Hamas Member Involved in West Bank Attack
The ISA and the IDF arrested a Hamas operative in the West Bank suspected of carrying out an attack against a civilian bus and a taxi near Nablus on Sunday.
Hamas Operatives in Gaza Continue to Direct Attacks in the West Bank
Evidence continues to grow that Hamas is directing attacks in the West Bank against both the IDF troops and Israeli citizens.
Hezbollah smuggling weapons to the West Bank amid surge in militant activity
FDD’s Long War Journal confirmed with a senior Israeli military official that Hezbollah is transferring weapons to the West Bank.
Arrest of Militants Signals Hamas’ Involvement in Uptick of West Bank Violence
Israel’s Shin Bet arrested several Hamas operatives in the West Bank this month in connection to planned shooting and bombing attacks against Israelis.
A Newly Established Militant Organization in the West Bank Claims Several Attacks
A nascent militant organization has been established in the West Bank and has claimed several attacks against IDF troops.
Israel’s Defense Minister Reveals Syrian Military Sites Used to Produce Advanced Weapons for Iran
Israel’s defense minister revealed Syrian military used to manufacture advanced arms for Tehran.
Mounting Evidence of the PA’s Security Services Clashing With IDF Troops in the West Bank
Attacks launched by the Palestinian Authority’s Security Services against IDF troops has increased since the uptick in violence in the West Bank began last year.
Saudi Arabia Designates Individuals for Supporting Yemen’s Houthi Movement
On Wednesday, Saudi Arabia designated five individuals for providing support to the Iran-backed Houthi movement.
Ceasefire in Effect Following More Than Two Days of Fighting in Gaza
A ceasefire deal mediated by Egypt has been reached between Palestinian militant organizations and Israel.
Operation “Breaking Dawn” in Gaza Enters its Second Day
Palestinian militants continued to fire rockets towards Israel as operation “Breaking Dawn” entered its second day.
IDF Targeted Operation Eliminates Palestinian Islamic Jihad Commander
In a targeted operation Friday afternoon, the IDF eliminated Palestinian Islamic Jihad’s northern commander, Taysir al-Jabari.
Palestinian Islamic Jihad Leader Behind the Rise in West Bank Militancy Arrested
A Palestinian Islamic Jihad leader in the West Bank behind the surge in militant activity was arrested in an Israeli security forces’ operation Monday night in Jenin.
Hamas Continues Propaganda Campaign Involving Israeli POWs
Hamas spokesperson Abu Obeida made a statement Sunday acknowledging that a member of a specialized unit in charge of guarding Israeli prisoners of war was killed during the 2021 Gaza conflict.
Conflict Resumes in the West Bank During IDF Operations in Nablus
After a short lull, militants clashed with IDF troops operating in Nablus Sunday morning resulting in the deaths of two al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades members.
Palestinian Islamic Jihad Purportedly Establishes New Formation in the West Bank
Palestinian Islamic Jihad announced the formation of a new unit in Tubas after clashes against IDF troops on Sunday.
IRGC Member Killed Under Unclear Circumstances
Mostafa Mahdovinejad, a member of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, was killed on Tuesday under unknown circumstances.
Analysis: Hamas Publishes Information on an Israeli Held Captive Since 2015
For the first time, Hamas has published information on an Israeli-Bedouin held in captivity since 2015 in an effort to revitalize negotiations of a prisoner swap with Israel.
Hezbollah Drones Shot Down by IDF Near Disputed Gas Field
On Saturday, Hezbollah claimed responsibility for launching three drones towards the disputed Karish gas field.